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Joanne Bouchier – the Martyr from Eythorne

Posted on February 15, 2014 by Lorraine

The young Joanne Bouchier (died 1550) stood on the pyre, her shorn head erect. Dr Scory (d1585), who later was appointed the Bishop of Rochester, asked her to repent. Joanne looked defiant but said nothing. The pyre was lit and … Continue reading →

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